2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |