1998 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2002 Kia Pregio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2002 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
