1999 Mazda Demio vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1999 Mazda Demio and 1999 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio. 1999 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Demio | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | Demio | 605 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |