1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 605 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
