Model Year | 2020 | 2016 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Honda Accord | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 302 hp@6600 267 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 278 hp@6200 252 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 109.3 in | 3.7 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 192.5 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 72.8 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 57.7 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 3543 lb. | 106 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.6 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.6 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.5 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 56.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 54.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.5 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.7 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
2020 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | From 2014 on Mazdas have had their front wheels located farther from the passenger compartment than the typical front-wheel-drive car. This opens up space for larger exhaust manifolds behind the engine, for improved performance and efficiency. It also gives the cars more attractive, rear-wheel-drive-like proportions. But it has a price: reduced rear legroom. The Lexus ES provides rear seat passengers with much more room to stretch their legs. Sitting in the rear seat, I can barely reach the front seatback with an outstretched arm. While the first few generations of the Lexus ES were related to the Toyota Camry, the 2013 and 2019 are related to the larger Toyota Avalon. This said, I should also note that the rear seat cushion is the Lexus is mounted somehwat low to the floor, so rear seat passengers also have more need to stretch out if they desire under-thigh support. The new Lexus ES is the sleekest and sportiest to date, and sporty rear roof line's also have a price. see full Lexus ES review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Lexus ES.
2016 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
There is not quite enough adjustment in the front seat for me. I feel there is an un-natural curve in the front seat that I can't remove with the lumbar support. I sit on a folded towel to get the curve of the seat in the right place for my back. I'm 5'11" if that puts it into perspective for you. The steering wheel should telescope out more for optimal arm position and the orientation of the HUGE speedometer makes it get chopped in half by the steering wheel. No digital speedo readout on this model. Note that the touring gauges are a little different than the standard V6. see full Honda Accord review |