1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 14 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 405 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
