2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Rio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
