2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 2008 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
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 | 1455 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 | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |