1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 6 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 75 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 1999 Holden 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
