2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 729 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Lexus LX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | CR-V | LX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 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 | 1990 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |