2006 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX 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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1997 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
