2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 311 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 2007 Kia Pregio 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 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2007 Kia Pregio
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Pregio
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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