2011 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 1998 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Polo | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Polo | 605 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
