2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | IS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |