2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Lexus SC | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | SC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |