1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |