2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 569 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1501 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
