2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 5 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |