2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.

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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Odyssey 2007 Kia Sedona
Make Honda Kia
Model Odyssey Sedona
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3030 mm


 

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