2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 71 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
