Honda Accord engine produces 42 HP more power than Lexus ES, whereas torque is 61 NM more than Lexus ES.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.1
6.9
Honda Accord consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Lexus ES, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Honda Accord could require 30 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
56 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
780 km in combined cycle
940 km in combined cycle
Lexus ES gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
350'000 km
350'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
12 years
11 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Honda CR-V, Honda Civic
Used only for this car
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Honda Accord might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Lexus ES engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
4.88 m
4.90 m
Width:
1.86 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.45 m
Honda Accord is 2 cm shorter than the Lexus ES, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
473 litres
460 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Honda Accord has 13 litres more trunk space than the Lexus ES. The Lexus ES may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
11.6 meters
11.4 meters
The turning circle of the Honda Accord is 0.2 metres more than that of the Lexus ES.
