1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 195 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Typhoon | 605 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
