2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lexus IS

To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2007 Lexus IS
Make Honda Lexus
Model Accord IS
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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