2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Avalanche | 605 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |