1993 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 225 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1636 mm |