2008 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 438 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 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 | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |