2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Sportage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |