2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taurus | 605 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
