1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007

To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 8 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 799 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 2005 Peugeot 1007 has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 1007 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Land Rover Discovery 2005 Peugeot 1007
Make Land Rover Peugeot
Model Discovery 1007
Year Released 1997 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1291 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2320 mm