2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Kia Clarus. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
