2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Honda Odyssey and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 161 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Odyssey | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
