2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-250 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 79 L |
