1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 47 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
