1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Lexus ES is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus ES weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Lexus ES (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2009 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | ES |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
