1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 605 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
