2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lexus SC 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 2002 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
