2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2005 Kia Optima (241 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Optima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
