1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 605 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
