1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 921 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2895 mm |
