2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 LFA | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LFA | RX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |
