1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
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 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-01 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
