2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 669 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 2012 Lexus LS 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 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2012 Lexus LS 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. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
