2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR2 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
