Honda Odyssey vs Saturn SW
The Saturn SW is more fuel-efficient at 27 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Honda Odyssey. At EPA assumptions that is about $700 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Saturn SW | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 89 | 31 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Cruise control |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 4 | 4 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 156,000 miles | 118,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 27 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 24 | 24 and 34 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $2,500 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 89 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 31 for the Saturn SW. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Honda Odyssey, 0 for the Saturn SW.