2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Lexus CT | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | CT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |