2012 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 58 L |
