2000 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Audi A6.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
