2006 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (152 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 405 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
