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Honda Odyssey II 3.0 V6 (210 Hp)
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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 270 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1760 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. 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 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.
3.0 V6 (210 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 3.0L V6 offers a good balance of power and refinement, providing confident acceleration and highway performance, though slightly less potent than the 3.5L.
Fuel Economy
While specific fuel figures are not provided, it is expected to offer better economy than the 3.5L V6, representing a good compromise between power and efficiency for a V6 engine.
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): | 3.0 V6 (210 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 210 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l [85mm more] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1760 |
| Max. weight: | 2145 |
| Max load: | 385 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4835 mm mm [85mm more] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Height: | 1655 mm mm [10mm more] |
| 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 | 215/60 R16 V |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
If you could change one thing about the Honda Odyssey, what would it be?