2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Borrego
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1920 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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