2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 861 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Odyssey | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2001 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
