2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 379 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Impala | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
