2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 892 kg more than 2007 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Land Rover | Lexus |
Model | Range Rover | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |