2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Odyssey | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
