2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Forte |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |