2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus RX 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 84 more horse power than 1999 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
