1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
