2011 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, both 2011 Lexus RX and 2011 Land Rover Defender were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 658 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus RX | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lexus | Land Rover |
Model | RX | Defender |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |