2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
