2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 722 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Land Rover Discovery 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make Land Rover Toyota
Model Discovery Lexcen
Year Released 2006 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4394 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2082 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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