2005 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 337 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 2010 Lexus LS 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 2010 Lexus LS. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
