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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 898 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Honda Accord (337 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |