2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 302 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.9 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 | 2117 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 85 L |
