2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |