2007 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Lexus LS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
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 Weight | 2117 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |