1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 680 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 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 605 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3350 mm |
