2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Peugeot Escapade
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Escapade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Escapade 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 45 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1828 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 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 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (205 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Escapade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Peugeot Escapade | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | Escapade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
