1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 168 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 605 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
