2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pregio weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
