2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 795 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |