1999 Peugeot 605 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 1999 Peugeot 605 and 1999 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 605. 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 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 605 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 605 | 607 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |