2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 996 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
