1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 605 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
