1995 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 657 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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 Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
