1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 299 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Frontera | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Frontera | 405 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |