1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
