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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 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 535 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
