2006 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2006 Honda Civic and 2006 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2006 Lexus LX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | LX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |