2006 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Lexus RX is newer by 2 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 200 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.
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, 2008 Lexus RX (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2008 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | RX | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
