2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | LR3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
