2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |