2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2005 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Accord | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
