2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Thesis | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Thesis | 405 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
