2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Discovery | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
