2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | LS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |