2009 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 2009 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A4 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
