1999 Peugeot 206 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605

To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Peugeot 206 1990 Peugeot 605
Make Peugeot Peugeot
Model 206 605
Year Released 1999 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2088 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2810 mm


 

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