2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
