2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Odyssey | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |