1998 Venturi 400 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1998 Venturi 400 and 1998 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1998 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Venturi 400 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Venturi | Peugeot |
Model | 400 | 605 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |