2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 385 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2007 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |