1999 Acura Integra vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, both 1999 Acura Integra and 1999 Lexus RX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (220 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus RX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lexus RX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lexus RX (301 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1999 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | Integra | RX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
