2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 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 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
