1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605.

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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Peugeot 605 2005 Honda Accord
Make Peugeot Honda
Model 605 Accord
Year Released 1995 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 268 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2630 mm


 

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