2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Impala | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
