1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Because 1995 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (449 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Statesman | 607 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
