2006 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 4 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | RX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |