2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 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), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 970 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 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
