2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 599 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
