2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 844 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
