2007 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 902 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 2001 Lexus SC. 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
