2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
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 Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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 (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |