2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | FR-V | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
