2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 854 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-Z | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | CR-Z | Sorento |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |