2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 322 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avalon | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avalon | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
