1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 605 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2911 mm |
