2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |