2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 113 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |