1994 Peugeot 605 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 605 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
