2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |