2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
