2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 822 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 307 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |