2001 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 2 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 256 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 745 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
