1998 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 725 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2011 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
