1996 Peugeot 605 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 805 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 605 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2895 mm |
