2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 405 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
