2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1067 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 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
