1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 20 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. Both 1990 Peugeot 605 and 2010 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 447 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 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 605 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
