2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 2494 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
