1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 534 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
