2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato 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 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Cerato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |