2006 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Lexus | Ferrari |
| Model | RX | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |
