2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Avella

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella 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 126 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Accord 2000 Kia Avella
Make Honda Kia
Model Accord Avella
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1322 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2400 mm


 

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