2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Altima | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |
