2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot Partner 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) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 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 2005 Peugeot Partner. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | Partner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
