1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 2011 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Land Rover |
| Model | 406 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2087 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
