2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 4 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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 385 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
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, 2009 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX 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 | 2009 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | RX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 840 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |