2005 Holden Zafira vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 11 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Zafira | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
