2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 875 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, 2009 Honda Accord (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |