1998 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 224 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Legend | 605 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |