2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 363 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Spectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |