2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 57 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus RX | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | RX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |