1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
