2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Odyssey | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
