2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Almera | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
