2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 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 93 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
