2005 Mazda MPV vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MPV | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
