1999 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 1999 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A8 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
