1999 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 102 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | New Beetle | 605 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |