2001 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Borrego |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 362 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |