2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage 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 (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
