2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Dacia | Peugeot |
| Model | Logan | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
