1997 Lexus LX 450 vs. 1997 Land Rover Defender
When comparing the 1997 Lexus LX 450's and the 1997 Land Rover Defender's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Lexus LX 450 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1997 Lexus LX 450 and 1997 Land Rover Defender have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Lexus LX 450's and the 1997 Land Rover Defender's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Lexus LX 450 is a better car than the 1997 Land Rover Defender.
1997 Lexus LX 450 vs. 1997 Land Rover Defender Pricing
A used 1997 Lexus LX 450 ranges from $12,300 to $41,440 while a used 1997 Land Rover Defender is priced between $71,997 to $173,394.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Lexus LX 450’s base engine makes 212 horsepower, and the 1997 Land Rover Defender base engine makes 182 horsepower. Both the LX 450 and the Defender are rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 350 and 210 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12300 - 41440
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
71997 - 173394
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462199
Lexus LX 450 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Land Rover Defender Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LX 450 Rankings
Not yet available
Land Rover Defender Rankings
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4 out of / 33Ranking
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37 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Lexus LX 450 Trim Levels
Base
1997 Land Rover Defender Trim Levels
90
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 42000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 42000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 42000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
212 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 4750 rpm
Torque:
233 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 14 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 350 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 14 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
180 / 210 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
57 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4971 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
10.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3913 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
80.2 inches
Length:
157.1 inches
Wheelbase:
92.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available