2008 Lexus RX vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | RX | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
