2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 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), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 641 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1360 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
