2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
