2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
