1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 406 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |