2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 135 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
