2001 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Fit | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
