2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. 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, 2005 Kia Optima (241 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
