2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 406 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 32 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 406. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 406. 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 1996 Peugeot 406. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |