1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 782 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 605 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 605 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |