2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | LR3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |