2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 2008 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |