1998 Peugeot 605 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 605 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 605 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
