1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 605 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |