2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
