2001 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Astra | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Astra | LR3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |