2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |