2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Hardbody | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1967 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 79 L |