2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 106 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 236 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1302 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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 2004 Peugeot 106. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 106 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 | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 106 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
