2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 859 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 2033 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |