2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 167 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
