Originally Posted by
z24_wheels
I will have a look at the Odyssey as well. I have a FWD Sienna now and it has problems. It's hard on brakes (they didn't engineer it properly and the brakes are too small), tire wear is very high (again, poor engineering). Perhaps the next gen is better, should look at that. As I mentioned previously, I didn't go AWD Sienna due to the lack of spare (the center diff takes up that space) and it was recommended you use run flat$ as a result. I would assume the same issue exists in the Odyssey, but I don't know for sure.
As for the debate on AWD. I like it. If I have to move cause I see a vehicle sliding towards my ass, AWD helps me move out of the way. Yes, it doesn't help me stop, but it gets me out of trouble (and perhaps into trouble - too cocky, LOL).
Not too worked up about cargo space between minivan and SUV. We didn't really fill the van up often enough (outside of infant seats) to justify staying with that platform.