1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1992 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 309 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 309. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 1992 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 605 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
