2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 404 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |