2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 599 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus RX. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX. 2012 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Discovery | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
