2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1998 Peugeot 605

To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 385 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Logan. 1998 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. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dacia Logan 1998 Peugeot 605
Make Dacia Peugeot
Model Logan 605
Year Released 2007 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2810 mm


 

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