1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
