2000 Audi TT vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | TT | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
