2008 Audi A5 vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A5 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
