2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 677 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 605 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |