2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | LR3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 52 L |