2005 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2005 Lexus IS and 2005 Land Rover Discovery were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 549 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS. 2005 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus IS | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
Model | IS | Discovery |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |