2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 572 kg more than 1998 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Lexus GS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | GS |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |