2005 Opel Agila vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Agila | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
