2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1500 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |