1991 Peugeot 605 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 605 would be higher. Both 1991 Peugeot 605 and 1998 Saab 05-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 605. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 605. 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 605 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 605 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
