1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 20 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 570 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Peugeot | Infiniti |
| Model | 405 | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
