2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (301 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
