2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 605 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 1995 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Jetta | 605 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2810 mm |
