2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Elan would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 393 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. 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, 1999 Kia Elan (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
