2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
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, 2008 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | LS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 84 L |