1995 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Accord 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Pride Wagon
Year Released 1995 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1118 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm


 

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