2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 983 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Defender | 607 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |