2012 Lexus HS vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2012 Lexus HS and 2012 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Lexus HS. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus HS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Lexus HS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus HS | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | HS | RX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4694 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
