2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 808 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
