2006 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Lexus IS (251 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | IS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
