2000 Volkswagen AAC vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen AAC | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | AAC | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 765 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
