2004 Honda Insight 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 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
