2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 187 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. 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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Prix | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
