2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 436 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 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:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | GT 40 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
