2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
