1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 104 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Odyssey | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
