2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 303 kg more than 2007 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 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, 2001 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | CR-V | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
