2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 670 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Discovery | ES |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
