2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 985 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Lexus ES | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | ES |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |