2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 2006 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | RX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |