2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |