1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1995 Peugeot 205

To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Land Rover Range Rover 1995 Peugeot 205
Make Land Rover Peugeot
Model Range Rover 205
Year Released 1998 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3946 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2430 mm


 

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