2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
