2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |