2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKS.
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, 2011 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Odyssey | MKS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2868 mm |
