2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 13 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. Both 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and 1998 Peugeot 605 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Cruze | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2810 mm |
