2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 3 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (273 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
Because 2009 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2009 Lexus RX 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. 2009 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
