1994 Peugeot 806 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4

To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 806. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806. 2012 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Peugeot 806 2012 Land Rover LR4
Make Peugeot Land Rover
Model 806 LR4
Year Released 1994 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 2548 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1882 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2885 mm