2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Odyssey | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |