2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Astra | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
