2004 Honda S2000 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda S2000. 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
