2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1010 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Range Rover | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
