1995 Honda Today vs. 2009 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Lexus ES is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus ES weights approximately 745 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2009 Lexus ES (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2009 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2009 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Today | ES |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
