2009 Kia Rio vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 488 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 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
