1998 Nissan Laurel vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 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. Both 1998 Nissan Laurel and 1997 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Laurel | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Laurel | 605 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |