2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. 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 41 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Odyssey | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
