2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
