2008 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2008 Lexus RX and 2008 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 272 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2008 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | RX | ES |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
