2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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 2006 Kia Cerato. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Cerato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |