1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 405 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
