2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 607. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 607 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |