2003 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 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 (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 79 L |
