2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2027 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |