2012 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Evora |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2575 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |