2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (245 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS. 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
