2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7

To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 6 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 977 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 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
Make Honda Luxgen
Model Accord Luxgen7
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 853 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4845 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1876 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1768 mm


 

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