2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 72 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | CR-V | Sonata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |