2009 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
