1994 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Retona |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |