2010 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Odyssey | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5133 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1778 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
