1996 Peugeot 605 vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 605 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. 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 4 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Saab 900. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 605 | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 605 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
