1989-1999 605 OverviewPeugeot 605 Overview (1989 - 1999)
1989 - 1999
Tech Specs Summary
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- 118 - 146 mph
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- 6.3 - 13.1 seconds
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- 108 - 197 hp
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- 20.7 - 36.7 mpg
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- 2,921 - 3,560 lbs
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- 17.6 ft3
The Peugeot 605 was produced by the French manufacturer Peugeot between 1989 - 1999. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Sedan. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 108 hp 2.1 L Inline 4 diesel engine to a 197 hp 3 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and double wishbone rear suspension. However, some models have macpherson strut suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 605 is the Peugeot 605 3.0 24v V6 which scores 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.34 lb/hp it has a top speed of 146 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Peugeot 605 2.1 dt is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 719 miles and can store 17.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,576 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.