2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 730 kg more than 1996 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota RAV4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
