2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 147 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
