2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 784 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Odyssey | VX Lightning |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |