1996 Honda Legend vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 3 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 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 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Legend. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 1996 Honda Legend 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. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
