2006 Lexus LX vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. 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 LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | LX | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |