2003 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit 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 154 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |