1998 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
