1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 540 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
