2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 6 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 86 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima 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 | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
