2003 Holden Astra vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 870 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Astra | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Astra | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |