1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 405 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 405 | V50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |