1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 41 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 605 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
