1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 407. 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 2004 Peugeot 407. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 407 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |