2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 407.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 407. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 407. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | LR3 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
