2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 525. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
