2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima 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 | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-V | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |