2009 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2009 Honda Civic and 2009 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,439 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 449 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 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Lexus RX (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2009 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Civic | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |