2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 838 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | ML | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
