1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 12 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, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 605 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
