2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Optima weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 216 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |