2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
