1999 Peugeot 605 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 605 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 605 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
