1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 15 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2005 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 605 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
