2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 913 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sorento | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |