2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 287 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Versa 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 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 41 L |
