2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Odyssey | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |