2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
