2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 11 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
