1993 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 322 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
