2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 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 (220 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |