1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 and 1992 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
