1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 14 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 44 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Odyssey | XTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2831 mm |
