2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Peugeot 405 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
