2008 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (370 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
| Model | LS | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2745 mm |
