2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 440 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 405 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
