2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Lexus ES. 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Odyssey | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
