2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Odyssey | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |