1999 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |