2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 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 Odyssey. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |
