2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus GS weights approximately 302 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
