2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
