2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | CR-V | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
