2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1999 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1999 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
