2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |