2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Accord | GX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |