2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Hilux | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
