2006 Lexus RX vs. 2010 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. 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 2010 Toyota Camry. 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 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lexus RX 2010 Toyota Camry
Make Lexus Toyota
Model RX Camry
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 268 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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