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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 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. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
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 | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |