2008 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
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, 2008 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2008 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | ES | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
