2004 Kia Visto vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 668 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Visto | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Visto | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |