2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
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 | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |