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Honda Odyssey II 2.3 16V (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)
II Overview:
Honda Odyssey (II). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1490 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12 s). The top speed reaches 185 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Honda Odyssey II was primarily marketed in North America and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It received good safety ratings from US-based organizations like NHTSA and IIHS for its time, including a 'Good' rating in the IIHS moderate overlap front test.
2.3 16V (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.3L engine provides adequate power for city driving and light loads, but its 12-second 0-100 km/h acceleration means it can feel underpowered when fully loaded or on highways.
Fuel Economy
This engine offers the best fuel economy of the lineup, with a reported 10.8 l/100 km, making it a more economical choice for daily commuting and city use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with seating for up to 7
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- • Reliable V6 engine options (especially 3.5L)
- • Good safety features for its era (US market ratings)
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • 2.3L engine can feel underpowered, especially when loaded
- • Some reports of automatic transmission issues in earlier models
- • Fuel economy for V6 models is average for the class
- • Exterior styling may be considered conservative or bland by some
- • Limited availability of AWD in some markets
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1994 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Odyssey |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.3 16V (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5700 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F23A7 [Same engine] More details about the engine 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: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 185 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 134.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1235 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 280 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Height: | 1630 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1555 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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