2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1498 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 2000 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Discovery | 306 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |