1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 500 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 405 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.6:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |