2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Vamos | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |