2011 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 777 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus GX | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | GX | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 65 L |
