2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Astro | LR3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |