1998 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 698 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 (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |