2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 742 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
