2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 776 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Civic | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
