2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Picanto | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
