2005 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Lexus LS 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 2005 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | LS | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 79 L |
