2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | LR2 | SC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |