2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 463 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus IS 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 2012 Lexus IS. 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 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Odyssey | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
