2009 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
