2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
