2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1508 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Defender | Partner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
