1995 Peugeot 605 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 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. Both 1995 Peugeot 605 and 2013 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 605 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 605 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
