1988 Peugeot 205 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 914 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 205 | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 205 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
