2002 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 524 kg more than 2002 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
