2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008

To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.

Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 2011 Peugeot 5008
Make Land Rover Peugeot
Model Discovery 3 5008
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1835 mm


 

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