1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 860 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 405 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
