2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Taurus | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taurus | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |