2011 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 709 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LS | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
