2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
