2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 90 kg more than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
