2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 305 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2007 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. 2007 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
