2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto 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 95 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. 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 2005 Kia Visto. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Kia Visto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Visto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |