2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 965 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2003 Holden Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |