2004 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 406 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
