2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Scion xB 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 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 857 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Odyssey | xB |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1489 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
