2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Cerato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |