1996 Ford Probe vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1996 Ford Probe and 1996 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Probe. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Ford Probe. 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, 1996 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Probe. 1996 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Probe | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Probe | 605 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |