2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | HR-V | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
