2000 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1590 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
