2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | Boxer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
