2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |