2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 838 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 @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Multivan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |