2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (273 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2009 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | CR-V | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
