2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
