1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Sonata and 1998 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605.
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 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605. 1998 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 605 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
