2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 405 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |