2006 Lexus RX vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, both 2006 Lexus RX and 2006 Honda Legend were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Legend. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | RX | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
