1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
| Model | Guara | 405 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
