2006 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
