2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 6 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 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 655 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.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
