2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |