1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster
To start off, 2001 Peugeot Vroomster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Peugeot Vroomster | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | Vroomster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |