1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 9 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) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 206 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
