2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (222 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
