2002 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 11 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 704 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | RX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |