1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
