2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 406 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
