1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 322 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Because 1994 BMW M5 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 1994 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |