2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |