2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Clarus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |