2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
