2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Livina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 746 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Livina | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Livina | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |
