2008 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 447 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
