1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 276 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.
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 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 405 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
