1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot 205 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 205 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |