2000 Audi TT vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 7 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, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 20 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 2000 Audi TT. 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | TT | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
