1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | HR-V | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |