2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 74 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
