2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 19 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi RVR. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi RVR has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | RVR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
