2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 2480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
