2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 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 53 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406. 1998 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 406 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |