2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 2001 Peugeot 307. 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 307 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
