2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
