2010 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 335 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |