2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 235 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | LS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 357 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 466 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 84 L |