2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 255 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-350 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |
