2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Sonata | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
