1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
