2008 Saturn Astra vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Astra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saturn Astra | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Saturn | Land Rover |
Model | Astra | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 104 L |