2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Odyssey | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
