2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 123 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Odyssey | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3130 mm |
