2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Odyssey | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
