2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX 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 4,392 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) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | RX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |