2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 959 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Discovery | GS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |