2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |