2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
