2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Retona
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 Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona 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 108 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona 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 (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Retona 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 | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
