2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 279 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 419 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 84 L |