2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |