2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Odyssey | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |