2007 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus RX | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | RX | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |