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Honda Odyssey I 2.3i 4WD (150 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Odyssey:
The Honda Odyssey is a minivan manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda and marketed for the North American market, introduced in 1994.
The Odyssey was conceived and engineered in Japan after the country's economic crisis of the 1990s, which constrained the vehicle's size and concept and dictated its manufacture in an existing facility with minimal modification. The result was a smaller minivan, in the compact MPV class, that was well received in the Japanese domestic market, but less well received in North America. The first-generation Odyssey was marketed in Europe as the Honda Shuttle....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Honda Odyssey (I). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The first-generation Honda Odyssey was primarily developed for the Japanese and North American markets and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features for its era included ABS and airbags, but it lacks modern advanced driver-assistance systems.
2.3i 4WD (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and family duties, with the 4WD system providing enhanced traction in varied conditions. Not a performance-oriented engine, but competent.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel economy for a 4WD minivan of its size and era. Expect moderate consumption, especially with the added weight and drivetrain losses of 4WD.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Honda's legendary reliability and build quality
- • Spacious and versatile interior with flexible seating
- • Car-like driving dynamics for a minivan
- • Available 4WD for enhanced traction
- • Smooth ride quality, good for long journeys
Cons:
- • Four-cylinder engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded
- • Fuel economy is average for its class and era
- • Styling became dated by the end of its production run
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Some interior plastics can show wear over time
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Odyssey |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3i 4WD (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5700 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F23A7 |
| Engine displacement: | 2254 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4750 mm mm |
| Width: | 1770 mm mm |
| Height: | 1645 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1525 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1540 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
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