1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
