Kia Cadenza vs. Honda Accord
When comparing the Kia Cadenza's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Kia Cadenza has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Kia Cadenza's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord is a better car than the Kia Cadenza.
Kia Cadenza vs. Honda Accord Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Cadenza ranges from $23,677 to $34,942 while a used 2020 Honda Accord is priced between $21,516 to $30,494.
Kia Cadenza vs. Honda Accord Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Cadenza loses 52.8 percent of its value and the Honda Accord loses 39 percent of its value. This means the Honda Accord retains 13.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Cadenza.
Kia Cadenza vs. Honda Accord Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Cadenza is 6.8 out of 10 while the Honda Accord's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Kia Cadenza being ranked 8 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Kia Cadenza vs. Honda Accord Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Cadenza is 7.4 out of 10. For the Honda Accord the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord an advantage in reliability compared to the Kia Cadenza.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Cadenza’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Honda Accord base engine makes 192 horsepower. The Cadenza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. This gives the Honda Accord the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Cadenza. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Cadenza, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear head room. The Honda Accord, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear leg room and cargo space. The Kia Cadenza and Honda Accord are comparable in regards to front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Accord has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23677 - 34942
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.528136
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21516 - 30494
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.389899
Kia Cadenza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.75 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Accord Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.093944 / 10
Reliability:
9.181833 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Cadenza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Honda Accord Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
11 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia Cadenza Trim Levels
Limited, Technology
Honda Accord Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
253 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3770 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
197 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3131 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17