2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 21 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |