1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 605 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
