1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Lexus SC.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
