1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
