2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
