1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 9 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Matrix 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.
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1999 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Matrix |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |