1997 Peugeot 605 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 605 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 605 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
