1987 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 505 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
