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Peugeot 605 6B 2.0 Turbo (147 Hp) Automatic
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Peugeot 605:
The Peugeot 605 is an executive car produced by the French manufacturer Peugeot between 1989 and 1999, with a facelift in 1995.
The 605 was a saloon built on the same platform as the Citroën XM and was the successor to the critically well received, but slow selling, Peugeot 604, which went out of production four years earlier. The popular Peugeot 505 model was thus phased out in the end of the 1980s and beginning of the 1990s in favour of two cars, the large family car 405 and the executive car 605....(Read more on Wikipedia)
6B Overview:
Peugeot 605 (6B). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1470 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Peugeot 605 (6B) was not tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from its era, its safety features would be basic compared to modern standards, likely including ABS and airbags on higher trims.
2.0 Turbo (147 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Good power delivery, the automatic transmission makes it smooth and effortless for daily use.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption than the manual turbo, but still acceptable for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior
- • Strong V6 engine options for performance
- • Good fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Distinctive French styling
Cons:
- • Mixed reliability, particularly electrical issues
- • Aging design and technology compared to modern cars
- • Finding parts can be challenging for some components
- • High fuel consumption for larger petrol engines
- • Resale value can be low
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(6B: 1990 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 605 |
| Generation: | 6B |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 Turbo (147 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1991 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 147 Hp @ 5300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 73.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RGX XU10J2TE More details about the engine RGX XU10J2TE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 7.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1470 |
| Max. weight: | 1970 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 497 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4765 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1799 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1417 mm [6mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1527 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1528 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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