1999 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Peugeot | Land Rover |
| Model | 504 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
