2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 166 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Pickup 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:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pickup | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
