2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |