2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 8 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | HR-V | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
