2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
