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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 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 834 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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 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 | 1997 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |