2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |