2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Corolla | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
