1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
