1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 605 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2642 mm |
