2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 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 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) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2010 Peugeot 408 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. 2010 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 408 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |