2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 641 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |