2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
