1993 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 940 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CRX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |