1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 904 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 605 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
