2001 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X5 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
