2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 205. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
Model | Range Rover | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |