2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2011 Honda CR-Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sportage | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
