2006 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
