2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 16 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 (332 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Odyssey | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
