2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 271 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (158 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 405 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
