2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 Kia Sephia. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Sephia. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Sephia has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Sephia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Sephia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
