2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
| Model | Range Rover | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
