2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2008 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |