2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 82 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Odyssey | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
