1996 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 276 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 2007 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2007 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CRX | Cerato |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |