1999 Honda Today vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Lexus ES is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2005 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2005 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Today | ES |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
