2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 47 L |
