2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 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 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | 125 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2068 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
