2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |