1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 598 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.

Because 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Porsche 911 2011 Honda Odyssey
Make Porsche Honda
Model 911 Odyssey
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3594 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 2068 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.3 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 79 L


 

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