1993 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 237 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |