1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim

To start off, both 1995 Peugeot 605 and 1995 Plymouth Acclaim were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Peugeot 605 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
Make Peugeot Plymouth
Model 605 Acclaim
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1254 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2630 mm


 

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