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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 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 | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |