'08 won't get N52, the '09 more likely.

The LR3 and X5 are in different leagues, the X5 competes with the Range Rover Sport more. The LR3 probably has worse reliability, and it will drive worse, but it has a much bigger 3rd row, if thats what you need. Overall, it's larger and truckier, but if thats what you need/want, go for it. Otherwise, X5 is a great choice.
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