1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 736 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Odyssey | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
