2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. 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 204 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
