2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 379 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Optima 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 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
