2006 Lexus RX vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 245 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lexus | Jeep |
| Model | RX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
