1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (128 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Esteem has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Esteem will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Odyssey | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
