2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
