2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
