1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
