2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2002 Infiniti I 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 | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Odyssey | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
