2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender 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) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
