1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
