1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2007 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | RX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |