2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 406 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |