2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 384 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Opirus | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
