2003 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2012 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
