2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 527 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
