1995 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 405 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
