2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Cee'd | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |