1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Explorer | 405 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
