2012 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS 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 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus IS | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | IS | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
