2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 532 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 307 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |