1991 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 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 2011 Mazda Premacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 605 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 605.
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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 605 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
