2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1253 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |