2007 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | LS | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |