2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
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, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Optima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4260 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |