2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Odyssey | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3270 mm |