1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 10 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS 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 145 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. 2008 Lexus LS 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. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Discovery | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
