1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 405 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2615 mm |
