2004 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sedona | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sedona | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |