2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | RX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
