2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 877 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
