2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 781 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Lexus GS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |