2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
