2012 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 725 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 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 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Odyssey | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Odyssey | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
