2011 Lexus RX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus RX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | RX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
