2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 669 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Honda | Luxgen |
Model | Civic | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1768 mm |