Peanut Butter vs Orange Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 15.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Orange Ochre is a little darker, much more muted than Peanut Butter.

Can I use Orange Ochre instead of Peanut Butter?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Orange Ochre is a little darker, much more muted than Peanut Butter.

Can I use Peanut Butter instead of Orange Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Peanut Butter is a little lighter, much more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.