2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima.
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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
