2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |