2009 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 113 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sephia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |