2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 211 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus SC 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 2004 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
