1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Odyssey | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |