2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |