2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 742 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Carnival 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 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Carnival |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |