2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 605 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |