2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1644 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |