1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 767 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 205 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
