2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 158 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Odyssey | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |