2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 13 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Astro | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |