2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | RAV4 | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
