2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2001 Kia Visto has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Kia Visto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Visto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |