2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. 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 Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Cee'd | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Cee'd | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
