2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |