2003 Ford GT vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Because 2003 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |