2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (136 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1437 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
