2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Defender | RX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |