1994 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
