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Peugeot 505 551A 2.5 Diesel (75 Hp)
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Peugeot 505:
The Peugeot 505 is a large family car produced by the French manufacturer Peugeot from 1979 to 1992 in Sochaux, France. It was also manufactured in various other countries including Argentina , China, Thailand, Indonesia and Nigeria. The 505 was Peugeot's last rear-wheel drive car.
According to the manufacturer, 1,351,254 505s were produced between 1978 and 1992 with 1,116,868 of these being saloons/sedans.
Officially unveiled on 16 May 1979, the 505 was the replacement for the 504 with which it shared many of its underpinnings. It was originally available as a sedan/saloon; a station wagon/estate, including an eight-passenger Familiale version, were introduced at the 1982 Geneva Motor Show. The styling, a collaboration between Pininfarina and Peugeot's internal styling department, is very similar to that of the smaller 305. The original interior was designed by Paul Bracq, generally more well known for his work for Mercedes-Benz and BMW. It is known as the "Work Horse" of Africa today. The front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout differentiated the 505 from many of its marketplace competitors....(Read more on Wikipedia)
551A Overview:
Peugeot 505 (551A). With 147 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1280 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18 s). The top speed reaches 152 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 505 (551A) was produced before Euro NCAP testing began in 1997, so no official safety rating is available. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
2.5 Diesel (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very modest acceleration, prioritizing durability and economy over speed.
Fuel Economy
Decent for a naturally aspirated diesel, offering good long-term running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort, especially on long journeys
- • Spacious and practical interior for families
- • Robust and durable engines, particularly the diesels
- • Classic, elegant styling with rear-wheel drive dynamics
- • Good value in the classic car market
Cons:
- • Susceptible to rust, especially in older models
- • Limited availability of certain spare parts
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Performance on base models can be quite modest
- • Not as agile or sporty as some German rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(551A: 1980 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Peugeot |
| Model: | 505 |
| Generation: | 551A |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 Diesel (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 30 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 147 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 155 XD3 More details about the engine 155 XD3 |
| Engine displacement: | 2498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 152 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.1 kg/Hp, 58.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1280 |
| Max. weight: | 1725 |
| Max load: | 445 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4580 mm mm |
| Width: | 1735 mm mm |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2745 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/70 TR 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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