2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
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2004 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Odyssey | Impala |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |