2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 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 31 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 306. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 306 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |