Honda Odyssey or Toyota Sienna

[UNT_Eagle]

The Sienna's tend to have less issues, at least the 98-04 models..my in-laws have a '00 XLE model as well and they've racked up about 220k on it, still drives great, and they are still getting 26-28 mpg on the highway.

[ghostrider7811]

Originally Posted by NJGOAT

The Toyota Sienna is the only one in that entire age range that did not have major mechanical issues. Honda Odysseys from 2001-2004 were plagued with major transmission issues. 2005 was better, but still had a high incidence of failure. With that said, I think Honda does make the "better" van as long as you avoid the trouble prone years.

So, it would really come down to budget. If you need to go with a 2001-2005 I would personally recommend the Sienna. From 2006-2009, my choice would be the Odyssey.

I second this

[tigerclaws]

Honda's steering response is better than the Toyota's. I'll leave it at that though both are good vans.