2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA 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 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus LFA | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lexus | Honda |
Model | LFA | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |