2009 Lexus GS vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
