2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 603 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2304 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1455 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
