2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Lexus LS 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 LS 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 LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4969 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 389 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |