2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1057 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206. 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 2008 Peugeot 206. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
