2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 4 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. 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 2005 Peugeot 807. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 807 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |