2006 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | RX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
