2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 675 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Dodge Durango | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Durango | 405 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |