2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
