2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Freelander | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
