2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto 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 189 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 329 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto 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 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
