1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 5 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 605 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
