2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Ford Mustang 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 2012 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Odyssey | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
