2008 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 802 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 52 L |
