2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (235 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
