1994 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
Because 2007 Kia K2700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia K2700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
