2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2005 Ariel Atom and 2005 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1642 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ariel Atom 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 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ariel Atom | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ariel | Honda |
Model | Atom | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |