2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Potentia 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 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Potentia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |