2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |