2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Ridgeline | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |