2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 673 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Prius | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
