2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 16 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 146 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
