2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2000 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
