2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 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 177 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1754 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 106 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
