2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 217 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |