2005 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen GTI | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | GTI | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
