2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 726 kg more than 2006 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Pilot | Spectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |