1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 605 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
