2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 572 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series 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.
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2005 Honda Odyssey | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Odyssey | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |