2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
