2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |