2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
