2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 4 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LFA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
