2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sedona | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
