1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 605 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
