1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 931 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Marcos TS500. 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Odyssey | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2300 mm |
